Author |
: Fernando Pacheco-Torgal |
Publisher |
: Woodhead Publishing |
Total Pages |
: 484 |
Release |
: 2020-10-06 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780128207918 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0128207914 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (18 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Eco-efficient Materials for Reducing Cooling Needs in Buildings and Construction by : Fernando Pacheco-Torgal
Download or read book Eco-efficient Materials for Reducing Cooling Needs in Buildings and Construction written by Fernando Pacheco-Torgal and published by Woodhead Publishing. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eco-efficient Materials for Reducing Cooling Needs in Buildings and Construction: Design, Properties and Applications provides a comprehensive review on building envelope materials and technologies for reducing cooling needs in buildings. The book offers in-depth analysis of the performance of new innovative materials and technologies used in pavements, facade and roofing materials, PCMs and chromogenic smart materials. Includes practical case study examples of their applications in building and construction. The book is an essential reference resource for researchers, architects and civil engineers, city planners, product developers, manufacturers, and other professionals working in eco-efficient cooling materials and sustainable and zero-energy building design.